Stop Payment on Check

If a check's gone missing or you need to stop check payment for some other reason, a stop payment on check letter will tell your bank to halt the payment process. Write the letter as soon as you know the check was lost, stolen, or you need to stop payment for another reason. Once the bank stops the payment, you can reissue a new check if needed.

Use the Stop Payment on Check document if:

• Blank checks have been stolen or signed by an unauthorized person.
• Goods or services paid for by check are found to be unsatisfactory.
• A check issued has been lost and a new one will be issued to replace it.